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If you need another reason to dislike winter, dry winter air is a good one. It can dry out your nasal passages, which can make it tougher to bounce back from a stuffy nose. The dry air can aggravate asthma symptoms and cause dry skin. Over time, it can also damage your wooden floors and … Continue reading "Beat the dry winter air with a humidifier"
Given that most people spend 90 percent of their time indoors, indoor air quality (IAQ) is an important aspect of our comfort and well-being at home and at work. Yet understanding IAQ can be a bit overwhelming — especially given all the science, measurements, and acronyms associated with it. Let’s take a deeper look at … Continue reading "The ABCs of IAQ: A Guide to Understanding Indoor Air Quality Terms"
The holiday season is coming, and kitchen appliances, from major appliances like the oven and range to portables like the stand mixer and immersion blender, will put to good use across the U.S. to turn out holiday favorites from turkey to cookies to pies. Appliances are extremely safe when used properly and are tested for … Continue reading "Your Recipe for Safer Holiday Cooking"
Events like the COVID-19 pandemic and widespread wildfires in the U.S. and Canada have brought much-needed attention to the importance of indoor air quality (IAQ) and the critical need to improve the air we breathe. The good news is that there are several simple methods for reducing PM 2.5 and improving indoor air quality. As … Continue reading "What is PM 2.5 and What Does it Mean for Indoor Air Quality?"
If indoor air quality had a season, fall might be it. With millions of children across the U.S. and Canada now back in school, multiple indoor air quality concerns are on the minds of parents, educators and others. Those include new COVID variants, fall allergies, and the spread of illnesses like colds and the flu. … Continue reading "Respiratory Illnesses, Fall Allergies Put Indoor Air Quality in Focus"
Do you use a cordless vacuum, robotic vacuum or cordless kitchen appliance? Eventually, you will have to replace your appliance’s rechargeable battery. And when that time comes, you’ll likely go online to look for the best deal. While everyone wants to save money, that “good deal” on a replacement may cost you later. Just as … Continue reading "Cordless Appliances and Battery Safety"
In recent years, people in areas where wildfire smoke hasn’t historically had much of an effect have received a wakeup call about indoor air quality and the importance of planning for smoke events. A room air cleaner is one of your best defenses when wildfire smoke and ash wreak havoc on indoor air. Don’t wait: … Continue reading "Be Prepared for Wildfire Season with an Air Cleaner"
Every day, you rely on your appliances to keep yourself and your family safe, clean, fed and comfortable. It’s a disruption when one of them suddenly stops working. When a refrigerator breaks down, it can mean spoiled or unsafe food. A heater or air conditioner that malfunctions means you can be left to suffer through … Continue reading "Safety, security, warranty: Why it’s important to have your appliances repaired by authorized providers"
For many families, the kitchen is so much more than a place to prepare meals. It’s the heart of a home. It’s a multifunctional space, and often the center of family life. Kitchens are natural gathering places, and they foster connection, communication, and the creation of cherished memories. Kitchens are spaces where culinary skills are … Continue reading "Kitchen Design Tips for Function and Comfort"
We’re in the thick of summer, and many parts of the U.S. and Canada are experiencing extreme heat. Heat warnings are in place in some areas, and people are turning to air conditioners to keep indoor temperatures comfortable. Along with uncomfortable heat and humidity, hot weather can also lead to higher energy bills. You may … Continue reading "Heat Wave: Air Conditioner and Other Appliance Tips to Save Energy and Stay Cool"
